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St. John's Church

Riga, Latvia

St. John's Church, Riga
Photo: giggel, CC BY 3.0 (Wikimedia Commons)

This Evangelical Lutheran church with a history dating back to the 13th century combines Gothic and Renaissance elements, unlike the Catholic Church of Our Lady of Sorrows.

Svētā Jāņa baznīca is an Evangelical Lutheran church in the heart of the Old Town, whose history dates back to the 13th century. Originally a Dominican chapel, it was later transformed into a Protestant church. The building combines Gothic and Renaissance elements. The interior is relatively simple but contains several valuable artifacts. The church is an active place of worship and often hosts concerts.

How long does it take to visit St. John's Church?

Plan about 30 min.

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